Atletico Madrid has confirmed the signing of 27‑year‑old midfielder Morten Hjulmand for a fee estimated between €35 million and €40 million, marking the club’s first major acquisition of the summer window.
The agreement was reached after negotiations that concluded with a potential €40 million deal, securing Hjulmand’s move from Sporting CP.
In the Premier League, Tottenham Hotspur has recently completed several high‑profile signings, injecting fresh momentum into the transfer market and encouraging other clubs across Europe to increase spending.
Earlier attempts to bring in players such as João Gomes and Bernardo Silva fell through, prompting Atletico to broaden its search and ultimately target Hjulmand.
Under manager Diego Simeone, the team also aims to strengthen its attack with the addition of Kang‑in Lee from Paris Saint‑Germain, a transfer expected to carry a comparable financial outlay.
Meanwhile, Chelsea confirmed the return of manager Nicolas Jackson following the World Cup, leaving the club’s future direction under scrutiny.
